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Newspaper
Holbrook News
Location
Holbrook, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1918
Page
4
The national food administration lifts sugar sale limits as enough sugar is available for all. Individuals may purchase and use as much as they crave, ending months of shortages to support soldiers and sailors. Navajo County food administrator B. B. Neel received notice by Thursday morning.
The article advises treating the first sign of hoarseness with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to ward off the attack and avoid danger and anxiety. It emphasizes early intervention to prevent progression of croup in a child.
Apache Oil Company road conditions forced Manager McIntyre to abandon her company truck on the first of the week as she attempted to reach town from camp. She continued the journey on foot and reports no injuries and that work will resume in a few days.
Senator S. G. Mayfield of the Hopi Oil Co. suffered frostbite to his feet while returning by automobile from Roosevelt during last week’s storm. He expects a short recovery and will focus on the Hopi well sinking once able. Mr and Mrs J Goodman depart Holbrook for Phoenix after weeks with Mrs Goodman’s father L F McClanahan.
Frisco oil manager T. E. Crisp, acting for San Francisco interests, spent Wednesday in Holbrook to study the local oil field. Bad roads delayed his extensive examination, and he left that evening for Prescott. He said Frisco has interest in Holbrook and may involve influential locals if findings justify development.
R. D. Greer received a telegram from his son Pratt stating he arrived safely in New York from France. Pratt Greer has served about a year in the aviation corps with American forces in France. He is among the first service branches to be discontinued and was sent home on one of the first ships to reach New York. Holbrook relatives and friends look forward to welcoming him home.
Friday night December 20 the Holbrook Band presents a major concert and dance. Proceeds fund uniforms and band equipment as students and band members promise a well attended event for the public.
Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised as effective for coughs colds and croup and safe for children with many mothers giving it strong endorsements. Judge Sapp cancels the jury session scheduled for the 9th due to illness countywide. C F Perkins departs Holbrook to join family in Hartford after months abroad tending business.
A wartime price list issued under the Food Administration shows wholesale and retail pricing for staples. Items include wheat and corn flours, cereals, canned vegetables, meat cuts, dairy, eggs, butter, lard, bacon, and fish with per unit costs and variations for bulk versus package formats.
Notice states the gravel bank on the south side of the river owned by C. E. Perkins has been placed in charge of Clemens, the transfer man, and all interested parties are referred to him.
The Town of Holbrook will accept sealed bids until 7 30 p m Dec 11 for placing about 1000 yards of gravel on Porter Street from the railroad crossing to the Ford Garage. Specifications are at the County Engineer's office. Bids must include a five percent certified check. The council reserves the right to reject any or all bids. B B Neel Clerk.
Lizzie Davis administratrix of the estate of D. D. Davis deceased calls all creditors and claimants to present claims with vouchers within four months after the first publication. Claims to be shown at Molbrook Arizona or at the attorney Holbrook Arizona for Navajo County, Arizona. Dated December 2, 1918.
Notice is hereby given by the administrator of the estate of Clyde V Forseman deceased. Creditors and all persons having claims against the estate must present them to J Thomas administrator at Holbrook Arizona. Dated Holbrook November 20 1918.
In the Superior Court of Arizona Navajo County the estate of G V Robinson deceased. Freene E Robinson has filed for letters of administration with will annexed and the matter will be heard on Tuesday December 10 1918 at 10 a m in Holbrook Navajo County Arizona court. All interested persons must appear to show cause why the petition should not be granted. Dated November 19 1918. Lioyp C Henning Clerk.
Summons issued by the Superior Court of Arizona Navajo County directs Frank W. Smith unknown heirs Richard Roe and Doe Roe to answer a complaint filed to quiet title on lots 35 26 57 38 29 40 44 42 44 Block 10 Holbrook. Defendants must appear within 20 days if served in Navajo County or 30 days otherwise. judgment by default may be entered. Dated December 4 1918. Clerk Lloyd C. Henning.
Public notice declares a sheriff sale by Navajo County Arizona to satisfy a 1918 judgment of 22000 plus interest and 13500 for the Winslow Elks Home Association. The property includes lots 11 and 12 in block 7 of Winslow town site with improvements. Sale at 10:00 AM on December 23, 1918 at the Navajo County Court House.
One of the world’s largest grocers invites ambitious men to sell a known brand of groceries and related goods directly to consumers. No experience or capital required. Complete sample outfit and selling instructions provided. Long-established, reliable house. Apply John Sexton & Co. 352 W. Illinois St., Chicago, Illinois.
Despite the storm the Adamana Oil Co continues operations and reports a drill hole rimed to 13 1 inches in diameter. Snow has supplied abundant water as tanks fill. H E Dodd, assistant manager, visited Holbrook and spoke of Winslow residents supporting the company generously. Frank Wallace and daughter visited Winslow on Thursday.
Mr. O'Bren of Reno, publisher of a Goldfield Nevada newspaper, arrived in Holbrook last Saturday. He is known to the Bryan Brothers and others and helped publicize Nevada's early boom days. The News editor welcomes him as he plans publicity work here.
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